Achillea is a plant that is taken for granted in its native United States. Other counties show it a bit more respect. 'Coronation Gold' was hybridized in England and was named to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. When they sent it back to the U.S., it still didn't get the praise we confirm on 'Moonshine', a paler yellow yarrow shown with'Coronation Gold' above. But 'Coronation Gold' is a wonderful sturdy plant with a yellow that forces the colors next to it to look vibrant and alive. As with all yarrows, deadheading is necessary to keep the flowers coming. However 'Coronation Gold' is less floppy than many of the fern-leaf yarrows.
Achillea filipendulina (Fernleaf Yarrow) 'Coronation Gold' (USDA Zones 3 - 9, 36" x 20", Gold Blooms: July - Sept.)
Alternatives
- Achillea 'Moonshine' (USDA Zones 3 - 9, 20" x 24", Yellow Blooms: July - Sept.)
- Echinacea 'Harvest Moon' (USDA Zones 4 - 8, 30" x 24", Gold Blooms: July -Sept.)